2002 Lada 119 vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 2002 Lada 119 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Lada 119. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada 119. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 276 kg more than 2002 Lada 119. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada 119. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada 119.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada 119 | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Lada | Lancia |
| Model | 119 | Gamma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 59 L |
